Crispy Baked Buffalo Wings with Fiery Hot Sauce

Recipe Collection: Appetizer

Crispy Baked Buffalo Wings with Fiery Hot Sauce are a game day essential, offering a healthier twist on the classic fried wings. With a crunchy exterior and a bold, spicy sauce, these wings are perfect for gatherings. They are gluten and dairy-free, catering to various dietary needs. Serve them as a main dish or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, paired with fresh veggies and your favorite dipping sauce for a complete meal.

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Overview

These Spicy Crispy Baked Buffalo Wings are a healthier, mess-free alternative to the traditional fried version. With a perfectly crispy exterior and a rich, silky hot sauce, these wings are sure to be a hit at any gathering. The secret lies in the refrigeration step, which ensures the coating is firm and the wings are ultra-crispy. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and crudités for a complete experience.

Diet Type

None

Allergies

Gluten, Dairy

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 20

Cooking Time: 120 minutes

Ingredients

• Cooking spray
• 0.75 Cups (cups) all-purpose flour
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) cayenne pepper, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) garlic powder
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 20 Whole chicken wings
• 0.5 Cups (cups) butter, melted
• 0.5 Cups (cups) hot pepper sauce

Steps

1. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease with cooking spray.
2. In a resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and salt. Seal and shake to mix.
3. Add the chicken wings to the bag, seal tightly, and toss until well coated with the flour mixture.
4. Transfer the coated wings to the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up the coating.
5. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
6. While the oven is preheating, whisk together the melted butter and hot sauce in a small bowl until smooth.
7. Dip each wing into the butter mixture, ensuring even coverage, and place back on the baking sheet.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Flip the wings and continue to bake until crispy on the outside and no longer pink in the center, about 25 more minutes.
9. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce and a side of celery and carrot sticks.

Enjoy your homemade Crispy Baked Buffalo Wings with Fiery Hot Sauce!